Café au Play

The Durango Cafe au Play hosts places for parents and caregivers of babies and toddlers to gather, connect and find support and friendship.  For most parents, extended family support is far away. The vision of the Cafe is one of a caring, supportive community during the critical early years. Our mission is to grow safe, welcoming places for parents and littles to connect. 

Twice monthly during the warm months, Cafe au Play partners with the Powerhouse with "Science on Wheels," bringing a baby play area and science activities to foster connection among families in their own neighborhood! 

The main location of the Cafe is hosted by Christ the King Lutheran church, 495 Florida Road in Durango. The outdoor, fenced playground is nestled in a serene bowl of trees, and an indoor play area and parent lounge is there as well. The Cafe also hosts "popup" play areas in local restaurants, parks or community events to welcome younger children. The Durango Cafe au Play also supported the startup of The Community Treehouse. 

Please help us to decrease the stress of caregiving during the critical early years, when 90% of brain growth occurs. Most donations so far are from grandparents who are holding space for these young families, please join our team! 

The Cafe and the Treehouse are programs of the Community Foundation Serving Southwest Colorado, please watch the video link below to see your support in action!